Includes index. This book takes a fun look at forces in space exploration, from liftoff to life in zero gravity and the challenges of living in other planets. Set forth on your own trip into space to discover how forces act on astronauts, find out how they stay healthy on a space station, and see what kind of kit they need in their space suits. Ages 8 and up.
Contents:
Why do we go into space? -- What do space rockets do? -- Why do astronauts feel heavy after takeoff? -- Why are rockets long and thin? -- How do spacecraft orbit Earth? -- What's it like in a space station? -- How do astronauts go on space walks? -- How do spacecraft go farther? -- How do spacecraft get to Mars? -- How do rovers drive on Mars? -- Will people go to Mars one day?
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